Accounts Payable Technician

Dixon Ticonderoga Company is seeking an Accounts Payable Technician to join our team. Our mission is to engage, inspire and empower teachers, students and artists to be their best by providing them superior educational and art products. Dixon is a leading North American supplier of Art and Education products, serving School and Retail Markets. Dixon is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin. We are also quickly accelerating our global growth, with the combined strength from our parent company, FILA.

Position Summary:

As a team member of Dixon Ticonderoga, you will help us build a positive working environment and carry out our values and mission.

The Accounts Payable Technician is responsible for processing a high volume of invoices accurately and efficiently, maintaining vendor records, ensuring compliance with company policies, and supporting month-end close and audit processes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams, and demonstrate a high level of accuracy and integrity.

Essential Functions:

• Process a high volume of domestic and international invoices across a variety of areas including material, service, freight, & intercompany.
• Manage daily invoice workflow using an ERP system; validate, route for approval, and resolve exceptions.
• Execute weekly payment runs (ACH, wires, and checks), approve ACH exceptions, and tie-out payments with banking platforms.
• Maintain vendor master data: set up new vendors, update banking/payment details, and apply appropriate internal controls.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status, missing invoices, and discrepancies via the shared AP Mailbox.
• Assist with monthly tasks such as AP accruals, account reconciliations, credit card journal entries, and labor accruals as assigned.
• Support semi-annual audit pulls and contribute to policy compliance documentation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic technology skills, including familiarity with data entry, spreadsheets, and foundational Microsoft Excel functions (e.g., formulas, formatting).
• An ability to understand and work through business processes with guidance, demonstrating curiosity and a willingness to learn.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with the ability to analyze basic data and identify patterns or issues.
• Strong interpersonal skills with clear, professional verbal and written communication suitable for both internal and external interactions.
• Ability to conduct simple research and follow through on tasks to gather necessary information.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to take direction and complete tasks efficiently; reliable and eager to build new skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a structured work environment.
• Proficient use of office equipment including, but not limited to, a personal computer, phone, copy machine, and scanner.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Word.
• Prior experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics) is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
• 2 years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting.
• Proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Excel strongly preferred.

Working Conditions:

• The employee will experience normal working conditions where there is no physical discomfort due to temperature, dust, noise, and other related elements.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee and are not be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, abilities and skills required of personnel so classified.